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Gov. Terry McAuliffe reminded law enforcement leaders from across the commonwealth on Thursday that their efforts to keep communities safe are vital to attracting business – and a detractor when officers fail.

NAVAL STATION NORFOLK — The Navy on Saturday commissioned the USS John Warner, adding a 12th Virginia-class submarine to the fleet and celebrating the legacy of its namesake, the retired senator who was hailed as a statesman.

For the past 16 years as host of Comedy Central's "The Daily Show," Jon Stewart has walked a thin line that separates comedians from news analysts — generally staying in the hard-to-navigate spot in between.

Schools

NORFOLK — U.S. District Judge Robert G. Doumar said in federal court in Norfolk on Monday that it was "highly unlikely" that he will grant a preliminary injunction requiring Gloucester County Public Schools to allow a 16-year-old transgender student to use boys' restrooms this fall.

HAMPTON — Jeffery Smith is treading lightly in the early days of his new job as Hampton City Schools superintendent. This week he announced his Look, Listen and Learn Tour during which he will spend his first 90 days collecting information.

Hampton University's Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications will receive a $500,000 challenge grant from media corporation 21st Century Fox, according to a statement from HU officials. The funds are conditional on the school raising a matching amount of $500,000.

The emerald tree canopy on this town's scenic high cliffs is likened to a luxurious community for bald eagles. There are gorgeous views of the Rappahannock River, nice fishing and tasty seafood. Best of all, it's one of the top places in the Chesapeake Bay region to raise their young.